Football Kenya Federation Stories

72 injured in Gusii Stadium chaos, FKF confirms
Bashir Mbuthia  |  May 04, 2025

The Football Kenya Federation has confirmed that 72 people were injured during Sunday’s FKF Premier League match at Gusii Stadium. FKF expressed deep...

Mandera eyes carbon credits to boost climate action, sustainable development
Issa Hussein  |  May 04, 2025

The county government noted that due to the region's high vulnerability to climate change, it is intensifying its efforts through its greening program...

Court nullifies Ruto’s appointments to climate council over lack of public participation
Carolyne Kubwa  |  May 02, 2025

Justice Mugambi further found that there is no clarity on who among the nominees represents the largest civil society organisation working on climate...

Expired drugs, broken equipment: North eastern Kenya’s healthcare system on the brink
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 02, 2025

During a recent Senate Health Committee mission to Mandera, Wajir and Marsabit counties, the delegation, led by Uasin Gishu Senator Jackson Mandago, u...

An outpouring of grief as Kenya mourns KBF Chairman Paul Otula
Rama Mohammed  |  May 01, 2025

Kenya Basketball Federation (KBF) Chairman Paul Otula has died, prompting a wave of tributes from sports and government leaders. National Olympic Comm...

107 killed, 124 injured in violent extremism attacks in Kenya in 2024 – Report
Mary Wambui  |  May 02, 2025

The majority of the attacks occurred in Mandera, Garissa, Lamu, and Wajir counties, with Mandera recording the highest number of incidents and fatalit...

Five quarry workers killed, two injured in suspected Al-Shabaab attack in Mandera
Mary Wambui  |  Apr 29, 2025

The assailants ambushed the workers at their site, sparking fresh concerns over rising insecurity in the Khalalio-Hareeri area.

Safaricom technician abducted by suspected Al-Shabaab militants in Mandera
Amina Wako  |  Apr 22, 2025

Around 10 militants, armed with AK-47 rifles and a PKM machine gun, ambushed a fuel tanker transporting supplies to Safaricom communication masts.

Serie A matches postponed following death of Pope Francis
Michael Kirwa  |  Apr 21, 2025

The decision by the FIGC affects four Serie A matches which had been scheduled to be played on Easter Monday, which is a national holiday in Italy.

Remains of more genocide victims continue to be accorded decent burial in Rwanda
XINHUA  |  Apr 19, 2025

About 1 million people, mostly of the Tutsi community and moderate Hutus, were killed by Hutu extremists within 100 days during the genocide in 1994.

Haemophilia association calls for government funding to address treatment gaps
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 19, 2025

Haemophilia is a disorder where blood does not clot properly, leading to prolonged bleeding after injuries or surgeries.

World Haemophilia Day: Shining light on rare disorder and women often left behind
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 17, 2025

On this day, governments and health bodies are reminded to put in place policies and plans that will support patients and their families in the long r...

State abandoned us but elders came to our plight – abducted chiefs narrate ordeal during 62 days in captivity
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 13, 2025

The chiefs were held in one of the most dangerous regions of Somalia, where government forces rarely venture. Their ordeal has raised serious concerns...

Mandera ECDE programme receives training and learning materials boost from donor
Issa Hussein  |  Apr 11, 2025

Deputy Governor Ali Mohamud announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding between the county government and the INSPIRED project.

Harambee Starlets and Junior Starlets laud FKF for organising high-profile friendly matches
Michael Kirwa  |  Apr 10, 2025

The national women’s senior and U17 football teams have praised the Football Kenya Federation for organising recent high-profile friendly matches agai...

Eastleigh’s Crown FC banks on young talent in Sub-County League return
Erick Kariuki  |  Apr 09, 2025

Crown FC is preparing for its Sub-County League debut with a revamped U20 team, new training strategies, and fresh kits from the Safaricom Foundation...

FKF President calls for legislation to tackle match-fixing in Kenyan football
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 08, 2025

According to Hussein, the Federation’s efforts to combat match-fixing are limited by a lack of legal support.

No room for match fixers in football, says Harambee Stars coach McCarthy
Erick Kariuki  |  Apr 08, 2025

Speaking during an interview on NTV Tonight, McCarthy made it clear that he has no sympathy for Matasi or any player who compromises the integrity of...

Mandera residents hold special prayers for rain as drought bites
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Apr 07, 2025

The gathering drew hundreds of residents. Businesses remained closed in the morning hours, and learning was suspended in schools to allow the communit...

Interior CS Murkomen confirms release of five abducted chiefs in Mandera
Farhiya Hussein  |  Apr 07, 2025

The chiefs are now in the custody of Kenyan officials and are expected to return home soon.

Hope against the odds: Somalia chase historic point against Senegal in AFCON U17
Rama Mohammed  |  Apr 07, 2025

Somalia may be bottom of Group C, but they’re not out of hope. As they prepare to face defending champions Senegal, the tone in camp is one of belief,...

Employers’ federation faces criticism for delaying wage increase promised by President Ruto
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 06, 2025

Central Organisation of Trade Unions Secretary-General Francis Atwoli now says the federation has dragged its feet, frustrating workers and trade unio...

More than 20 killed, three abducted in Oromia’s Horo Guduru Wollega zone
Addis Standard  |  Apr 03, 2025

Horo Guduru Wollega Zone, in addition to the ongoing conflict involving the Oromo Liberation Army (OLA), has also seen clashes with Fano militias, res...

Africa’s data workers are being exploited by foreign tech firms – 4 ways to protect them
The Conversation  |  Apr 02, 2025

The world of data work is built on labour arbitrage – exploiting the fact that workers earn less and have less protection in some countries than in ot...

Football Kenya Federation launches 2025 jersey design competition
Erick Kariuki  |  Apr 01, 2025

The top three winners will be required to transfer all intellectual property rights to FKF upon signing a declaration form.

Somalia and Tunisia set for high-stakes CAF U-17 AFCON opener in El Jadida
Erick Kariuki  |  Apr 01, 2025

This marks the first meeting between the two sides in the competition, with both teams aiming for a strong start in what promises to be a competitive...

Egypt to host 2025 U20 AFCON after Ivory Coast’s withdrawal
Michael Kirwa  |  Mar 27, 2025

Egypt will host the 2025 U20 AFCON after Ivory Coast withdrew as hosts, CAF confirmed on Tuesday. The tournament, set to run from April 27 to May 18,...

Patrick Matasi suspended over match-fixing allegations
Rama Mohammed  |  Mar 27, 2025

Patrick Matasi has been provisionally suspended for 90 days as the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) investigates allegations of match manipulation.

FKF launches probe into match-fixing allegations against Kakamega Homeboyz goalkeeper
Amina Wako  |  Mar 27, 2025

A video, which has sparked widespread outrage on social media, appears to show Matasi listening and nodding in agreement as an unidentified individual...

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